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NYCO 2011 Professional Craftsman Project of the Year
*As told in the Flint Hill Refinery Professional Craftsman newsletter. NYCO Inc. has selected the Unit 33 Expansion (33V-80 Rx, HTX's, and related piping) as its 2011 Professional Craftsman Project of the Year. This project was selected for the award based on the following criteria: Safety: Proactive safety measures were completed and of good quality. The project was completed without any injuries or incidents of any type. (0.0 Level 3/4 rate, 0.0 People/Procedure rate.) Quality: The p
Better building with BIM
Fewer building conflicts, less downtime during construction and less paperwork are just a few of the reasons that project owners and their teams are hopping on the Building Information Modeling (BIM) bandwagon. BIM uses computer-assisted design to create 3-D virtual models of buildings. These models take into account the materials that will be used during construction and the systems that will go into the building, such as fire protection, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems. By creating a
Contractor Score gives USAFP top marks for its finances
Having a contractor or subcontractor go belly-up during construction is one of the biggest disruptions a project can face. To avoid that nightmare scenario, a growing number of project owners and general contractors are raising the bar on financial qualifications for their bidders. Fiscal stability is a top priority for United States Alliance Fire Protection (USAFP), which maintains healthy cash balances and manages its money conservatively. As a result, the company has earned the highest po
Stay festive this season - without the fire hazards
Twinkling lights, ornament-laden trees and roaring fireplaces are great for setting the holiday mood, but be careful while decking the halls. These holiday trappings can pose serious fire hazards if you choose unsafe ones or don't use them properly. Follow our tips below for a safe and festive holiday season. Check for freshness when choosing a live tree. Telltale signs of freshness are a coating of resin on the tree's trunk, and green needles that don't break when you bend them a
